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Recurrent streptococcal toxic shock syndrome due to distinct episodes of Streptococcus dysgalactiae and Streptococcus agalactiae septic arthritis

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) is an uncommon disorder characterised by hypotension and multiorgan failure in the setting of streptococcal infection. Recurrent STSS is rare and has been due to recurrence of the same streptococcal species. Here, we present a case of a patient who developed recurrent STSS from a Streptococcus dysgalactiae right native joint septic arthritis and subsequently from a Streptococcus agalactiae left native joint septic arthritis.

Source: BMJ Case Reports

DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2024-260409

Authors: Adrienne Elizabeth Yun, Leonard B Johnson

Institution: St. John Hospital & Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Streptococcal Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W4401626318